Senior Software Engineer, Catalyst Platform — Autonomous Lab

Ginkgo Bioworks Inc.

Boston (MA)

Hybrid

USD 134,300 - 189,900

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited paid time off
Company stock awards
Comprehensive benefits package including medical coverage

Job summary

Ginkgo Bioworks Inc. is searching for a Senior Software Engineer to develop software solutions in their Autonomous Lab. This role encompasses responsibilities like scoping and delivering software features with collaboration across teams, including scientists and other engineers.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of software development experience, strong proficiency in Python, and will work onsite in Boston.

Compensation includes a salary range of $134,300 to $189,900, along with benefits like stock awards and unlimited paid time off.

Qualifications

  • 5 years of experience in a software development role with demonstrated ownership of complex systems.
  • Experience designing and operating production software — APIs, services, or systems — with real users.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

  • Independently scope, design, and deliver software features end‑to‑end.
  • Serve as a technical authority and expert for focus area.
  • Mentor less senior engineers and contribute to team practices.

Skills

Strong proficiency in Python
Experience in software development
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Experience with APIs
Experience in design review and technical discussions

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Tools

Kubernetes
Git
PostgreSQL

Job description

Ginkgo Bioworks Inc. is searching for a Senior Software Engineer to develop software solutions in their Autonomous Lab. This role encompasses responsibilities like scoping and delivering software features with collaboration across teams, including scientists and other engineers.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of software development experience, strong proficiency in Python, and will work onsite in Boston.

Compensation includes a salary range of $134,300 to $189,900, along with benefits like stock awards and unlimited paid time off.

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